2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 789 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi Allroad (350 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2008 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Allroad | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
